Epiphany als Linux-Alternative zu Chrome

Aktualisiert am 1. November 2026

Unser Fazit

Epiphany is a decent replacement for Chrome only if you prioritize simplicity, privacy, and GNOME integration over features and compatibility. It handles basic browsing well and stays out of your way, but lacks Chrome extensions, syncing, and consistent performance on complex sites. If you rely on Google services, web apps, or need multiple profiles, Epiphany will frustrate you. It’s best suited for lightweight, privacy-focused browsing on GNOME systems where minimalism matters more than functionality.

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Lizenz: GPL-3.0
Preis: Kostenlos
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Epiphany installieren

Was gleich funktioniert

Both render modern web content using WebKit (Epiphany) vs. Blink (Chrome), supporting HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
Support for private browsing and basic tab management
Integrated password saving via GNOME Keyring (similar to Chrome's OS-level integration)
Native Linux apps with clean, minimalist interfaces
Support for dark mode and system theme consistency in GNOME

Was anders ist

No Chrome extension ecosystem or add-ons
No syncing of bookmarks, history, or passwords across devices
No built-in PDF viewer or media plugins
Limited developer tools compared to Chrome's DevTools
No support for multiple user profiles or Google account integration

Ihre Chrome-Dateien öffnen

Epiphany does not directly open Chrome bookmarks or settings files. However, you can export bookmarks from Chrome as an HTML file and import it into Epiphany via its bookmark manager. Cookies, history, and passwords aren't transferable due to different backends. GNOME Keyring can store passwords manually entered in Epiphany, but won't pull them from Chrome's database.

Von Chrome zu Epiphany wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Export Chrome bookmarks as HTML from chrome://bookmarks
In Epiphany, open the menu and import the HTML file
Manually re-enter important passwords into Epiphany to save in GNOME Keyring
Enable reader mode and private browsing as needed
Install GNOME Web updates through your package manager regularly
Test frequently visited sites for compatibility

Wichtige Funktionen von Epiphany

WebKit-Rendering-Engine
GNOME-Integration (Menüs, Dark Mode)
Einfache Tab-Verwaltung
Eingebauter Lesemodus
Unterstützung für HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
Fenster für privates Surfen
Passwortverwaltung über GNOME Keyring

Häufige Fragen

Can I use Chrome extensions in Epiphany?

No, Epiphany does not support Chrome extensions or any third-party add-ons. It focuses on a minimal, secure browsing experience without extension APIs.